Catherine Pugh

Catherine Elizabeth Pugh (born March 10, 1950) is an American former politician who served as the 50th mayor of Baltimore, Maryland, from 2016 to 2019. She is also the author of three children's books, including the 'Healthy Holly' series advocating exercise and healthy eating, and a book of poetry. She resigned from office amid a scandal related to her book scheme, which led to criminal charges and a three-year federal prison sentence in 2020.